GOVT 311
Winter 2015
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Certificates: Civic Engagement, International Relations |
This course provides a survey of the content and formulation of American foreign policy with an emphasis on the period after World War II. It evaluates the sources of American foreign policy including the international system, societal factors, government processes, and individual decision makers. The course begins with a consideration of major trends in U.S. foreign policy after World War II. With a historical base established, the focus turns to the major institutions and actors in American foreign policy. The course concludes with an examination of the challenges and opportunities that face current U.S. decision makers. A significant component of the course is the intensive discussion of specific foreign policy decisions. |
Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS GOVT |
Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (CIVI-MN)(GOVT)(GOVT-American)(GOVT-Intl.)(HRAD-MN) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Jeffrey Lantis, U.S. FOREIGN POLICY IN ACTION (USFPA).ISBN 978-1-4443-3100-4 James McCormick (ed.) DOMESTIC SOURCES OF AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY (DSAFP), 2012,.6th edition (you need this one). ISBN:978-01-4422-0961-9 You will also need to purchase a case study (see Cuban Missile Crisis case discussion for information)
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Examinations and Assignments: Grades will be based on: (1) a take-home final (35%), (2) a short analytical paper (5-6 pages) (30%), and (3) participation (35%). |
Instructor(s): Foyle,Douglas C. Times: TBA; Location: TBA |
Permission of Instructor Required Enrollment capacity: 20 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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